This is a half course. The  course hours is 100.

The expected theoretical hours to be covered 30 hours,practical 70 hours.

The course aims to equip the learners with knowledge and skills of Paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child

The learners are required to complete 2 tests (20%) 1 case presentation (10%) and a report on field attachment (10%).

This is a course in neonatology. It is a full course that will run for the whole year comprising of theoretical instructions as well as practical. The expected total number of hours allocated is 80 hours of 20 hours theory and 60 hours practical. The mode of teaching will be lecture method,discussions,Problem based learning (PBL),Peer review,conference,seminar and through the e-learning platform.

The overall aim of this course is to equip learners with basic knowledge and skills in the care of the newborn with and without complications.

You are expected to complete four (4) continuous assessments- two (2) tests and two (2) assignments which add up to your final grade.

You are also expected to do clinical assessments and simulations in selected practical skills.The practical examination is in form of Observed Structural Clinical Examination (OSCE).

Expected competencies include but not limited to the ability to offer essential new born care.

THIS IS A FULL COURSE

COURSE HOURS: 212 Hours

THEORY:72 hours

PRACTICAL: 140 hours                                                                                                           

COURSE AIM:

To equip students with knowledge and skills of paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Define common terms used in Paediatrics.
2. Describe growth and development of a child.
3. Monitor the health of the child.
4. Identify deviations from normal growth and development.
5. Identify various conditions affecting children’s health.
6. Apply scientific approaches in the management of children and make appropriate referral.
7. Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of patients/clients.

COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

COURSE HOURS:                66 Hours

THEORY:                              66 hours

PRACTICAL:                      0 hours                                                                                

COURSE AIM:

To equip students with knowledge and skills of Paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child. 

COURSE OBJECTIVES 

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Monitor the health of the child.
2. Identify various conditions affecting children’s health.
3. Apply scientific approaches in the management of children and make appropriate referral.
4. Apply principles of Integrated Management of childhood illnesses (IMCI) in managing a sick child.

This is a half course. Expected course hours 176. Theoretical hours 36 . Practical 140 hours.

The course enables the learner/s to demonstrate an understanding of the research process and the importance of research in nursing.

The learner will be expected to develop a research proposal and conduct a systematic investigation using the knowledge and skills gained

This is a half course it will take 45 hours of theory

 COURSE AIM:

To equip the students with knowledge and skills that will uphold, and foster professionalism.

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Describe the historical development of the nursing profession.
2. Explore the role of the nurse in health care delivery system.
3. Explain the professional code of conduct for nurses and midwives.
4. Describe legislation and regulation governing nursing practice in Zambia.

This is a half course, it will take 40 hours  of theory

 COURSE AIM:

To assist students understand the characteristics and actions of selected microorganisms related to human health and disease

COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Describe the characteristics of various microorganisms.
2. Outline the factors that promote growth and development  microorganisms.
3. Explain the host microbial interactions in the human body.
4. Describe laboratory procedures for identifying and examining microorganisms.
5. Interpret selected laboratory findings.
6. Apply the principles of microbiology in infection prevention.

This is a half course that will be covered in 30 hours 

THEORY:               30 Hours 

COURSE AIM:   To equip students with basic sociological concepts to enable them understand the society in which they are working and the influence of these on human behaviour in health and illness. 

 COURSE OBJECTIVES 

At the end of the course the student should be able to: 

1. Define sociology and sociological concepts related to nursing. 
2. Identify traditional, cultural beliefs and practices which can influence health and illness. 
3. Describe the influence of social units and institutions on people in health and illness. 
4. Discuss the influence of urbanisation and Industrialisation on health 
5. Explain the relevance of sociology to nursing 
6. Explain  the relationship between gender and health 
7. Explain factors that contribute to gender based violence 
8. Explain patterns of care for illness  

COURSE STATUS:   FULL COURSE

COURSE HOURS:

THEORY: - 100 HOURS

PRACTICAL: -  270 HOURS

COURSE  AIM:

To provide students with a foundation in nursing knowledge, and skills, in order to provide comprehensive nursing care to meet the basic health needs of individuals and families in hospitals and the community

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the end of the course the student should be able to:

1. Describe the organization and functions of the hospital and the community and roles of various members of the health care team.
2. Perform basic nursing procedures.
3. Use the nursing process to develop a nursing care plan.
4. Document and interpret information correctly.
5. Apply nursing theories and models in client care.

This is a full course

 COURSE HOURS:

THEORY:  - 45 HOURS

COURSE AIM:

To equip students with knowledge and skill in Pharmacology

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Explain the evolution of drug therapy and the implications of the National Drug Policy in Zambia.
2. Describe the actions, contra-indications and the side effects of commonly used drugs.
3. Demonstrate skills in calculating, measuring, preparing and administering drugs.
4. Prescribe and dispense commonly used drugs.
5. Describe the responsibilities of the nurse in drug administration.

This is a full course

COURSE HOURS:

THEORY: -  90  HOURS

PRACTICAL:  -  225 HOURS

 COURSE AIM:

To equip students with knowledge and skills in Surgery and Surgical nursing including basic principles of operating theatre nursing and effects of anaesthetic agents on patients.

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Define terms and concepts used in surgery.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of principles of surgery and surgical nursing.
3. Describe the common surgical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
4. Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of patients with surgical conditions.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of principles of operating theatre nursing and the role of the nurse in the theatres.
6. Identify and utilize available resources for rehabilitation of patients, including referral to appropriate organizations.

COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

 COURSE HOURS: 222 

THEORY: 82 hours

 PRACTICAL: 140 hours

 COURSE AIM:

 To equip students with knowledge and skills of common medical conditions in order to provide comprehensive nursing care to clients and their families in hospitals and community settings 

COURSE OBJECTIVES 

At the end of the course the student should be able to:- 

1. Assess clients self-image to various skin conditions and STIs in promoting awareness
2.  Apply syndrome management principles in managing clients with STIs
3.  Apply the general principle of management of STIs
4.  Apply knowledge of legislation and law in order to promote client’s right whilst utilizing community support programs in health care delivery

This is a full course. The expected total number of hours 130. Theoretical hours 60 . Practical 70 hours.

The course enables the learner/s to utilize the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems in identifying and meeting  sexuality and reproductive health needs of clients.

1. Describe the common medical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in creating awareness in the management, prevention and control of common infectious diseases in the hospital, health centre and community settings.
3. Interpret medical diagnostic investigations and prescribe relevant drugs and other interventions.
4. Apply the appropriate nursing models in the management of patients/clients.

COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

 COURSE HOURS: 206

 THEORY: 66 Hours

 PRACTICAL: 140 Hours 

COURSE AIM:

 To equip students with knowledge and skills in surgery and the management of clients with surgical conditions.

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the end of the course, the student should be able to: 

1. Discribe the common surgical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
2.  Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of clients with surgical conditions.
3.  Collaborates with stakeholders in the management of patients/clients during emergencies and disaster situations. 
4. Utilize available resources for rehabilitation of patients, including referral to appropriate organizations.

This course enables the participants to be introduced to concepts of leadership and management.

The course prepares the learners to take up positions of middle-level management.